We are here to help students access and prepare for Higher Education in West Yorkshire.

Here you’ll find events such as open days, help choosing a course, and tips on application writing. We also provide advice on student finance, living away from home and insight into what to expect from Higher Education.

Don’t think that Higher Education is for you? Read our Myth Buster guide to clear up any misconceptions about further study.

The role of teachers, advisors, parents, carers and guardians is crucial in supporting students and potential students to access Higher Education. Whether supporting someone by raising attainment, helping them to make informed choices, or by providing practical information and guidance, Go Higher West Yorkshire can help.

We’ve compiled a list of resources, including lesson plans, videos, links to useful websites, quizzes and other activities, to help support learners’ attainment and aspirations, inform their choices about courses and careers, and to guide them through the application process and other practical issues on their journey to Higher Education.

If you would like to arrange a visit to your school, or require information about an event, contact the Go Higher West Yorkshire team.

Go Higher West Yorkshire have teamed up with Rhubarb Radio in Wakefield to create and deliver the ‘From Here to There’ radio show. The second episodes clips are embedded into this blog entry (see below).

James Kennedy, Schools and Colleges Liaison Officer at Leeds Beckett University

James Kennedy, Schools and Colleges Liaison Officer at Leeds Beckett University. Part of James’ role involves him speaking to students, staff, parents/carers and guardians about all aspects of university life. When I met up with James, we discussed some of the financial aspects of university life, in particular: student loans and budgeting. He had much good advice to give – and a personal story about his successful journey into Higher Education.

The show also includes a conversation with Beth Milner. Beth is a Graduate intern at Leeds Beckett University. She graduated in 2018 with a 2:1 in Theatre & Performance. Beth is spending this year working in the Access & Widening Participation Department, but also runs her own Performance Company: ‘We are Emily’.

Next episode includes an interview with Principal of Minsthorpe Community College, Ray Henshaw and Outreach Officer for Kirklees College, Sian Bex – who will be promoting an upcoming SEND event, is coming soon!

Your single point of contact for information on our Higher Education providers. Go Higher West Yorkshire (GHWY) is a partnership of 12 Higher Education providers which aims to prepare people for further learning.